Frequently asked questions

Yes you can. Our wild family of Eurasian beavers comes to feed by the fire pit most evenings at dusk, in the same spot, and they're tame enough to sit and watch up close. Some evenings they're out for ages, some not at all, because they are wild creatures. There's no hide to book and no ticket, it's simply part of staying here.

At dusk, as the light goes, and spring through autumn is the loveliest time of year for it. Do bring something warm to sit in, and a little patience :)

All of our cottages are booked through our own booking site, where you can see what's free and send a request straight to us. No middle-man and no booking fees, just a conversation and a held set of dates.

The suggested donations, minimum stays and any extras are all kept up to date on the booking site. As a guide, the figures are a suggested donation per night for two sharing, with a little extra for more guests and a discount for longer stays.

We're so sorry, but no. We've tried so many times over the years to welcome even the furriest family members, but with so many ground-nesting birds (pheasant, partridge and mallards) and a family of beavers living so close to the house, it's just too risky. However lovely a dog is, they're inquisitive by nature, and we've lost too many chicks, chickens and ducks over the years. They are apex predators, after all. We really are sorry.

We're tucked at the head of the Artists Valley, near Machynlleth on the mid-Wales coast. We'll send you the full address and directions when you book (and do watch out for the cheeky potholes on the way in!).

There's no mobile signal down here in the valley (reception is dreadful!), which is honestly why a lot of folk come in the first place. But there's good wifi in the shared Breakfast Room and most of the cottages, so you can make calls over WhatsApp and check in with the world whenever you want to.

Yes, we'd love that. From time to time we run guided tours and our 'Back to the Land' course, for anyone keen to learn about growing food, windbreaks and micro-climates, soil health and water. Just ask and we'll tell you what's coming up.

We do, year round, through the WWOOF and Workaway schemes: comfortable accommodation and food in exchange for around 30 hours of work a week. Do get in touch if you'd like to come and get stuck in.